Liverpool still harbour slim hopes they can qualify for the Champions League next season - but they will not be offered an alternative route if Manchester City win the competition this campaign.
After defeating Real Madrid over two legs, Pep Guardiola and his star-studded team are one step away from winning elusive European honours. City will play Inter Milan in the impending showpiece.
Held in Istanbul on Saturday, June 10, all eyes will be on that match. However, for Liverpool and other English sides watching, there will be no direct qualification boost as a result.